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Updated on May 10, 2026 10:54 IST
SET 2026 question paper analysis indicates that the SET exam 2026 test 02 was moderate. The time management was easy to moderate. The exam was doable. The SET 2026 exam pattern was same and exam was conducted online. Check here detailed analysis, difficulty level, good attempts and expected cutoff for SET exam 2026.

SET 2026 question paper analysis indicates the overall difficulty of SET exam, good attempts, etc. Check here detailed analysis, difficulty level, good attempts and expected cutoff for SET exam 2026.

SET 2026 Question Paper Analysis Test 02

SET 2026 Question Paper Analysis Test 02

SET exam analysis 2026: The Symbiosis International University conducted the SET exam 2026 on May 10, 2026, for test 02. The exam was conducted in the computer-based test mode from 9 AM to 10 AM. According to initial reactions of candidates, the exam was moderate and doable. There were four sections of SET question paper 2026 and exam pattern remained same. Check here SET question paper analysis 2026, difficulty level, important topics, expected SET cutoff 2026, etc. 

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SET 2026 Exam Pattern

Check out the table below to know the SET exam pattern 2026:

Exam structure

Details

Number of sections

4 sections

  • Quantitative Ability
  • Logical Reasoning
  • General English
  • General Awareness  

Duration

1 hour (60 minutes)

Mode of examination

Computer-based test mode (CBT)

Total number of questions

60 MCQs

Type of questions

Multiple-choice questions

Marking scheme

+1 for correct answer

No negative marking

The SET paper pattern 2026 remained the same as the previous year. There were four sections and each question carried one mark. There was no sectional time limit and the students could shuffle between sections. The duration of the exam was 60 minutes. 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is 36 score good in SET exam?
A: 

Yes, 36 is a good score in SET exam. General category usually faces a competitive SET cut off. The SET 2026 cut off will likely be between 34 to 42 marks. 

Q:   How to crack SET in first attempt?
A: 

To crack SET exam in first attempt, students should have a preparation plan for 3 to 6 months bifurcated according to topics, strengths and knowledge of students. Students should consistently practice to fetch good SET scores. 

Q:   Is SET easy or tough?
A: 

SET is conducted for BBA admissions at Symbiosis International University. SET is considered easy to moderate in terms of the difficulty. 

Q:   What is the ideal time to prepare for SET exam?
A: 

Aspirants should start preparing for the SET exam at least six months before the test date. SET preparation requires planning thus one must start early. They can also join coaching institutes for focused preparation. Starting early will also help you assess that whether you need to join a coaching institute or not. Divide your preparation into three phases - 1. Covering the syllabus 2. Practicing mock tests, sample questions and 3. Revision.

The SET syllabus includes the following topics:

General English: Parajumbles, Sentence Completion, Grammar, Comprehension Passages, Synonyms and Antonyms, etc.

Logical Reasoning: Tables, Graphs, Pie Charts, Blood Relation, Seating Arrangement, Strong and Weak Arguments, and Syllogism

Quantitative Aptitude: Geometry, Algebra Number System Arithmetic, Mensuration etc.

General Awareness: Companies and Founders, Awards, Books and Authors, Sports, Politics, Current Affairs, etc.

You can read the following SET books for exam preparation:

  • A New Approach to Reasoning by BS Sijawali
  • Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT by Nishit K Sinha
  • Multi-Dimensional Reasoning by Mishra Kumar and Dr Lal
  • Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
  • High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren & Martin
  • How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT by Arun Sharma
  • Class 9 and Class 10 NCERT Mathematics books
  • Quantitative Aptitude by R. S Aggarwal
  • Manorama Year Book

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SET Exam 2026 Test 02: Difficulty Level

Check the section wise SET exam 2026 Test 02 difficulty level:

Section Difficulty Level
General English To be updated
General Knowledge To be updated
Logical and Analytical Reasoning To be updated
Quantitative To be updated
Overall Moderate

 

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